Easy Orange Cookies (With Cake Mix)
Easy Orange Cookies (With Cake Mix) are the perfect balance of convenience and flavor, offering a delightful treat that is soft, chewy, and bursting with zesty orange goodness. These cookies are incredibly easy to whip up using a simple yellow cake mix, making them ideal for any occasion—whether it’s a family gathering, birthday party, or just an afternoon snack. The refreshing taste of orange zest combined with the vibrant color makes these cookies stand out from the crowd. Plus, they can be enjoyed plain or dressed up with a sweet orange buttercream frosting for extra indulgence. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this quick and delicious recipe!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box yellow cake mix (or orange cake mix)
- 1/3 cup oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 2 tbsp orange juice
- 2 tsp orange extract
- Orange gel coloring (optional)
- Granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine oil, eggs, orange zest, juice, extract, and gel coloring; mix until fluffy.
- Stir in the cake mix until just combined—avoid over-mixing.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Scoop dough into balls and roll in granulated sugar.
- Place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft.
- Allow to cool before frosting if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg